Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/6 and 4/14 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




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How do you Subtract Fractions 12/6 and 4/14?

The given fractions are 12/6 and 4/14

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/6 and 4/14

12/6 - 4/14

The LCM of 6 and 14 (denominators of the fractions) is 42
2 6, 14
3, 7

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 7 = 42


= 12 x 7 - 4 x 3/42

= 84 - 12/42

= 72/42

= 12/7

Result: 12/7

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/6 and 4/14

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/6 and 4/14?

To subtract fractions 12/6 and 4/14 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 14 value i.e 42. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 12/7.

2. What is 12/6 minus 4/14 as a fraction?

12/6 minus 4/14 as a fraction is equal to 12/7.

3. How to subtract 12/6 and 4/14 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/6 and 4/14 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 12/7 quickly.